Office Document Strategies Blog

Buying a Wide Format MFP in Burlington ON, a Tale of Four Vendors

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Fri, Oct 28, 2011 @ 14:10 PM

Over the past three weeks I have been working with a client that is looking to buy a new wide format (engineering) MFP.  In that time they have demo'd four makes and models of equipment and looked at the plot management software that supports the hardware devices.  The client's need is well defined and they understand what they are looking for.

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Topics: Software, MFP, Customer service, Wide format MFP

6 Cautions For Buying a Lease Return Copier or MFP

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Tue, Aug 9, 2011 @ 07:08 AM

Sometimes people want the capability of a newer copier-mfp but are not able to pay for the latest and greatest.  An option that often works for them is to consider a lease return or refurbished machine.  Unfortunately, this type of purchase can be a challenge if you do not understand how the industry works.  Here are things you should consider before entering into a deal.

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Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, Copier, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer, Lease return

5 Top Reasons to Lease Computer and MFP Equipment

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Thu, Jul 21, 2011 @ 10:07 AM

I often get asked whether clients should buy out right or lease their computers or MFP equipment.  The answer is always, it depends upon their circumstances, but there are some real advantages to leasing when considering copiers, computer equipment, software and related services.

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Topics: MFP, IT network, IT support, leasing

Bad IT Support, Multifunction Printer, Postage Machine Deals

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Tue, Jul 5, 2011 @ 07:07 AM

One of the things that bothers me the most when I am dealing with clients is when I learn about deals they have entered into that are just not good for the client.  This occurs in all of the areas of our business, IT support, multifunction printers or postage machines.

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Topics: Postage meter, Multifunction Printer, MFP, IT network, postage machine, leasing

TASKalfa 4550ci Multifunction Colour Printer, A First Look

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Jun 22, 2011 @ 07:06 AM

Kyocera had just introduced a significant upgrade to their multifunction printer lineup.  Eleven new models have just hit the street and they offer a major upgrade to the past line from Kyocera.

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Topics: Multifunction Printer, software tools, MFP, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer, Kyocera copier

Workflow Tool Makes Document Scanning Viable - 9 Step Process

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Fri, Apr 29, 2011 @ 14:04 PM

I recently configured a workflow design for a client who is planning to use a multifunction printer (MFP) for document scanning to support a service work order application.

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Topics: Software, Multifunction Printer, document filing, document storage strategy, software tools, document management, MFP, Document

You Could Pay $9,000 More Than Necessary For Your Colour MFP

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Apr 13, 2011 @ 16:04 PM

  I got an e-mail the other day from a client of mine who was approached by his Canon colour mfp sales rep offering to upgrade his current unit for $56 a month savings.  He wondered if this was a good idea and asked me what I thought.

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Topics: Postage meter, Multifunction Printer, MFP, Copier, colour multifunction printer, postage machine

Choosing Your Colour MFP - 7 Key Questions

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Apr 6, 2011 @ 16:04 PM

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Topics: MFP, colour multifunction, colour multifunction printer

MFP Toner Pirates Are Still Around

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Mar 9, 2011 @ 11:03 AM

For a long time many offices were plagued by MFP toner pirates.  These are the companies that telemarket to get unsuspecting people to order toner for their copiers, mfp's and printers without really knowing who they are dealing with.

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Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, Printer, toner, Copier

5 Questions For Leasing Your MFP

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Fri, Feb 11, 2011 @ 11:02 AM

Most mfp (multifunction printers) are acquired using a lease as the basis for the deal.  I find that many clients are not familiar with the various types of leases that are available.  Here are some typical questions that I hear.

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Topics: Multifunction Printer, MFP, leasing